About Us

The Association of Retired Americans (ARA) is a national
not for profit membership organization.
Established in 1974 the Association is an
Indiana Corporation and has a Federal IRS designation as a 501(c)8 corporation.

Your ARA SAVINGS can easily add up to hundreds and even
thousands of dollars…Dollars you can spend on your family, for leisure activities or other expenses.

The ARA National Service Foundation Inc

To alleviate
the economic distress of retired Americans

To disseminate
information, educate and instruct Americans age 45 plus and the general public
about special issues facing retired Americans, particularly with respect to
issues such as health care, housing and economic security

To conduct,
support and improve educational programs, studies and research that address
special health, housing and economic needs of all Americans

To encourage
all Americans to actively participate in and contribute to charitable, religious
and educational activities in their communities

The ARA National Service
Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)3 Charitable Foundation, which is organized and
operated for the following purposes:

ARA Board of Directors

John K. Smith - President
and CEO

Richard Dellinger - Director

Andrea White - Asst. Secretary

Kim Walden - Director

Gary Watson - Treasurer

John M. Smith - Director

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Our vision

ARA is a national not for profit
membership organization. Established in 1974 the Association is an
Indiana Corporation and has a Federal IRS designation as a 501(c)8 corporation.

For 5 decades, The Association of Retired Americans has provided valuable service
to Senior Americans. Today, our programs are more timely and necessary than ever
before.

As you browse through this site, you will find links to the ARA Careington Ultimate
Discount Plan. I am certain most of you will decide to sign up for the ARA Ultimate
program, which offers the deepest discounts and best value for you.

Health Plans

BARA Basic
ARA has teamed up with various network providers to help you
and your dependents save hundreds or even thousands of dollars
per year on Vision, Dental, Hearing and Prescription Drugs. Please call for more information. 800-806-6160

UARA Careington Ultimate Discount Plan
Unlimited plan usage, with no administrative
forms or waiting.
• Discounts on hearing care services and
products at over 3,800 locations throughout the
nation.
• Over 50,000 participating points of vision care in
retail and medical locations.

Member Benefits

Travel and leisure benefits to
save our members up to 20% on hotels, 25% on car rentals.
Our members receive substantial savings on vacations through Collette,
and an Emergency Assistance plan for peace of mind.

Contact Us

ARA Member Services: 1-800-806-6160

Calling 800-806-6160 will direct you to a licensed sales agent. By providing the information
in the adjoining form, a licensed sales
agent may reach out with a phone call or email regarding Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans,
Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Drug Plans, or other insurance products.